Jewish Museum Series: American Jewish Soldiers and the Liberation of the Concentration Camps
2026-02-05 20:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Jewish American soldiers, many of whom were fluent in Yiddish, were not only witnesses to the atrocities of the Holocaust but also the first to offer solace and a sense of community to the survivors.
The presentation will highlight their unique position as liberators that were simultaneously U.S. Army soldiers and members of the Jewish community, emphasizing their ability to communicate with survivors and provide immediate support and understanding amidst the chaos and devastation.

Trevor Noah at The Lyric
2026-02-06 20:00 | Lyric Baltimore, 140 W Mt Royal Ave
Trevor Noah is one of the most successful comedians in the world and was the host of the Emmy® Award-winning “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central for seven years. Under Trevor, “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah” broke free from the restraints of a 30-minute linear show, producing engaging social content, award-winning digital series, podcasts and more for its global audience. Last year, “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah” landed a record number of seven Emmy Award nominations.
Trevor is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller “Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood” and its young readers adaptation, released in 2019, “It’s Trevor Noah: Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood,” which also debuted as a New York Times bestseller. The Audible edition of “Born a Crime,” performed by Trevor, was produced by Audible and remains one of the top-selling, highest-rated, and most-commented-on Audible performances of all time. To date, “Born a Crime” has sold over 3 million copies across all formats.

Chesapeake Shakespeare Company Presents August Wilson's Fences
2026-02-06 20:00 - 2026-03-01 14:00 | Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S. Calvert St.
Step into 1950s Pittsburgh, where former Negro League baseball star Troy Maxson battles the weight of a dream deferred. Now working the city streets as a trash collector, he finds his simmering regrets threatening to fracture the family he loves. A poignant and powerful exploration of love, responsibility, and the invisible fences that confine us.
The production runs Friday, February 6 – Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Friday, February 6, 2026 8:00PM; Saturday, February 7, 2026 8:00PM; Sunday, February 8, 2026 2:00PM; Friday, February 13, 2026 8:00PM; Saturday, February 14, 2026 8:00PM; Sunday, February 15, 2026 2:00PM ; Thursday, February 19, 2026 7:30PM; Friday, February 20, 2026 8:00PM; Saturday, February 21, 2026 2:00PM; Saturday, February 21, 2026 8:00PM; Sunday, February 22, 2026 2:00PM; Thursday, February 26, 2026 7:30PM; Friday, February 27, 2026 8:00PM; Saturday, February 28, 2026 8:00PM ; Sunday, March 1, 2026 2:00PM

The Tell-tale HeART (Opening Reception)
2026-02-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Gallery 1448, 1448 East Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21231
Join Gallery 1448 for the opening reception for The Tell-tale HeART. This invitational exhibition draws viewers into a haunting world where darkness and romance embrace. Featured artists are Dan Brown, Janice Crum, David Cunningham, Laura Dodson, Greg Fletcher, Jennifer Hogan, Emily Lamb, Michelle Lamb (curator), Deanna Lamour, Keith Maddy, Micah Moon, Bruce McKaig, Mario Naves, Leslie Schwing, David Valle, Zoe Vassiliou, Laura Vernon Russell, James Year, LuAnn Zubak.
The show runs through February 28. There will be a free Valentine’s brunch in the gallery on Saturday, February 14 from 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. and a closing reception of Saturday, February 28 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Gallery admission is free. Hours are by appointment. Contact Michelle Lamb at info@artistmichellelamb.com / 720-329-0127.

Jmore Amplify 2026
2026-02-08 12:00 - 14:30 | The NCO Club at the Pikesville Armory, 610 Reisterstown Rd., Pikesville
Jmore invites high school students to come together for Amplify: The Jewish Media Project, exploring what it means to be Jewish today — through your own voice and perspective

Build your college resume and learn effective communication skills!

Event will feature inspiring speakers and small group workshops on writing, photo/video and social media

Plus, the chance to earn up to $2,500 in college scholarship money

Jews United for Justice to Hold Anti-Ice Rally
2026-02-08 15:00 - 16:00
On Sunday, Feb. 8, from 3 to 4 p.m., Jews United for Justice will hold an anti-ICE Rally at Hopkins Plaza, at 31 Hopkins Plaza in downtown Baltimore, where the ICE detention center is located.
(File photo by Robyn Stevens Brody)

JFJ is inviting people of all faiths to come for a program of prayer, protest and reflections.
For information, visit https://jufj.org/event/iceoutminyan/or jufj.org/where-we-work/baltimore-md/.

Aviva Weisbord A’H Family First Lecture
2026-02-09 20:00 - 21:00 | Ner Tamid, 6214 Pimlico Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209
New Date: Now on Monday, Feb. 9
“Building Healthy Families: Torah-Guided Parenting Wisdom”
What does it mean to raise children whose emotional wellbeing is supported by the timeless wisdom of Torah?
This engaging conversation brings together the perspectives of Rabbi Yisrael Motzen, Dr. Zipora Schorr and Dr. Tammy Mintz to explore how Jewish values can shape strong, compassionate, and resilient young people.

Navigating Developmental Disability Services Together - Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Accessibility, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM)
2026-02-10 13:00 - 14:00
Jewish Community Services (JCS) invites you to take part in two virtual and two in-person events to explore how our housing support options help individuals with developmental disabilities thrive in the community as part of Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Accessibility, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM)
Four-Part Series: Understanding Housing Support Services 2/10/26 1-2pm via Zoom; Residential Living Open House 2/24/26 10am–2pm; Supported Living Information Sessions 2/25/26 1:30-3:30pm; How Disability Services Work: Eligibility, Entitlement, and When to Apply 2/26/26 11:30 am–1:00 pm via Zoom

On Tikun Olam and What it Takes to Repair the World: A 2-Part Learning Series
2026-02-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
Many Jews today champion the value of tikun olam — repairing the world — but what does it really mean?
Join Rabbi Jessy on a journey through the different meanings and applications of this notion that has come to be a hallmark category of Jewish identification. We will discuss its merit as a defining identity trait of many current-day Jews and challenge the notion that it stands in its own category, separate from other clusters of Jewish activity like ritual and observance.
This is a great series for those who gravitate to tikun olam as a concept and those looking to better understand what it is and how it fits into one’s Jewish (and human) life.
Also on Feb 24th from 5:30pm-7:00pm

Co-Working at Third Space
2026-02-11 11:00 - 16:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
From Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh: We may not be a new coffee shop, but we do have coffee, tea, and snacks. Also, strong WIFI. Pop-in for some pop-up work. There are lots of spots in the building to get your focus on. If you sign up at least a week in advance, you can join us for a vegetarian family-style lunch! Come for some of the day or the whole workday!
March 11, April 15, May 13 – all 11am-4pm

Understanding Teen Dating Violence
2026-02-11 12:00 - 14:00 | JCS Institute for Professional Development, 3506 Gwynnbrook Avenue Owings Mills, MD 21117
This training will provide clinicians with an in-depth understanding of Teen Dating Violence (TDV) and its unique dynamics.
Participants will explore how TDV differs from adult intimate partner violence, the impact of abuse on teens’ emotional well-being, and development, and the role of social media and technology in these relationships. The session will also focus on the challenges teens face in disclosing abuse and seeking help.
Offers 2.0 Category I CEUs

Inheritance Theater Project: The Baltimore Place Project — Text Salon
2026-02-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
Inheritance Theater Project (ITP) is a nonprofit that builds relationships across siloes through collaborative playmaking around the country. Third Space and Baltimore Center Stage saw the potential of a community-wide art project in Baltimore and invited ITP to town in September 2025.
Led locally by Rain Pryor (Process Director), Antoinette Duren (Community Weaver), and Oh to Dream leaders Bridgette Burton and Evan Hall (Producers), this spring, ITP invites community members to continue exploring what brings Baltimoreans together and what keeps us apart through the process of creating art together. To learn about all of the opportunities to participate and stay in the loop about dates and times for these events, email baltimore@inheritancetheater.org to be added to our mailing list or visit inheritancetheater.org/baltimore.

Myerberg Center to Hold Health Fair on Feb. 12
2026-02-12 09:30 - 12:00 | The Edward A. Myerberg Center, 3101 Fallstaff Road Baltimore MD 21209
Join the Edward A. Myerberg Center, at 3101 Fallstaff Road in Northwest Baltimore, for its third annual Health Fair, celebrating wellness, community and fun. Enjoy light kosher refreshments, connect with neighbors, explore health resources and discover something new!
This event is free and open to everyone. There will be free screenings and giveaways, as well as community health exhibitors.
Vaccine Clinic from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. offering flu, covid, RSV, pneumonia vaccines
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Legal clinic with Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland
9:45 – 10:15 a.m. Sound Bath with the Salt Sanctuary of Maryland
10:00 – 10:45 a.m. Beginner Flow Yoga with Marcie Plotkin
11:00 – 11:45 a.m. Brain Health with Dr. David Ajibade
This year’s fair will be sponsored by LifeBridge Health.
Reserve your spot by emailing info@myerberg.org or calling 410-358-6856. For information, visit myerberg.org/healthfair2026/.

In the Kitchen: Challah & Cornbread
2026-02-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
Bread is more than food. It’s culture! Make (and eat!) cross-cultural breads with challah & cornbread-making.
Dough’s gotta rise, so while it rests, play cards, Mahjong, and just kibitz (chat) with fellow breadmakers!

Collaborative Program Explores Local Black and Jewish Operatic History
2026-02-14 11:00 - 15:30 | Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202
“Voices in Solidarity: Baltimore’s Black and Jewish Operatic History” is a partnership between Opera Baltimore, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture, and the Jewish Museum of Maryland. It launches with a kick-off event at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum on Saturday, Feb. 14. This immersive public program will use vocal music as a lens to explore the deep roots and lasting resonance of Black musical traditions shaped by migration, resilience, and artistic exchange in Baltimore.
Daniel Rich
The day begins with a moderated panel featuring scholars, archivists, and performers. including acclaimed Baltimore-born opera singer Daniel Rich. Anchored by artifacts from the Lewis Museum, the panel explores themes of tradition, support, tension, and solidarity across Black and Jewish communities. The afternoon culminates in a recital by Daniel Rich, tracing his personal and artistic journey through opera, musical theater, spirituals, and new works by Baltimore composers, reflecting the sound, stories and ongoing artistic excellence of Black Baltimore. Daniel will be joined by poet, singer, and visual artist Vincent Stringer and pianist, JoyAnne Amani
Boxed lunch is available during this event for pre -purchase for a $20 fee. Boxed lunch includes a sandwich, chips, small coleslaw or potato salad, fresh baked cookie, and a bottle of water. Lunch orders are limited to 2 per registration.

Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, piano (Baltimore Debut) with Shriver Hall Concert Series
2026-02-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr., Baltimore, MD, 21218, United States
Twenty-one-year-old standout pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason — the third virtuoso of the Kanneh-Mason clan — has captivated audiences at the BBC Proms, Academy of St Martin in the Fields, and London’s Wigmore Hall, performing “straight from the heart, with care, sparkle, and self-possession” (BBC Music Magazine). Her wide-ranging recital program reflects her curiosity, featuring works by composers showcased on her Spring 2025 debut solo album for Sony Classical.
Jeneba Kanneh-Mason will be featured as part of the free 2025-2026 Discovery Series. Tickets for the Discovery Series will be available in August.
PROGRAM:
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Partita No. 5 in G major, BWV 829
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Sonata No. 17 in D minor, Op. 31, No. 2, “Tempest”
William Grant Still (1895-1978)
“Summerland” from Three Visions
Claude Debussy (1862-1918)
Two Preludes
Florence Price (1887-1953)
Fantasie nègre No. 1 in E minor
Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849)
Ballade No. 3 in A-flat Major, Op. 47
Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849)
Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52

Frederick Museum to Host Program on Civil War-Inspired Beers
2026-02-14 16:00 - 18:00 | National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick Street, Frederick, Maryland, 21701
Join the National Museum of Civil War Medicine for “History on Tap: Civil War Beer Tasting” on Saturday, Feb. 14, at 4 p.m. Attendees will be invited to sample Civil War-inspired beers, hardtack and cookies while exploring the stories of the people, places and themes they’re named for.
The museum is located at 48 E. Patrick Street in downtown Frederick.
Tickets for the event are $20/person or $35/couple. A limited number of tickets will be sold.
For information, visit civilwarmed.donorshops.com/product/History-on-Tap-Feb-2026/history-on-tap-civil-war-beer-tasting.

Responding to Individuals in Mental Health Crisis with Compassion and Clarity
2026-02-18 12:00 - 14:00 | JCS Institute for Professional Development, 3506 Gwynnbrook Avenue Owings Mills, MD 21117
This workshop provides a framework for effectively and empathetically responding to individuals at risk for or experiencing a mental health crisis.
It provides an overview of the crisis cycle and outlines evidence-based strategies for intervention at each stage, including de-escalation techniques, suicide risk assessment, and safety planning. The session also explores the role of implicit bias in crisis decision-making. Emphasis is on trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and respectful approaches that promote safety, dignity, and collaboration when interacting with individuals in distress.
Offers 2.0 Category 1CEUs and meets Anti-Oppressive Practice.

Gallery Reception - Third Space: A Photographic Reconstruction
2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
This exhibition traces the metamorphosis of the historic Shaarei Tfiloh synagogue into Third Space, revealing the building’s evolution from its first unsettled scaffolds to its final, welcoming glow. Created by members of the Baltimore Photo Club, the collection follows the renovation with an artist’s curiosity. Walls are opened, light shifts, textures change, and the past breathes through. Together, the images honor the craft of rebuilding, offering a visual archive of continuity, reinvention, and the unexpected beauty that emerges when a sacred space learns a new purpose.
This exhibit was created by three members of the Baltimore Photography Club.
Barry Berman has been creating photographs for the past fifty years, both in his clinical practice of dentistry and of his family. As he transitioned into retirement from active practice, he discovered the joy of telling a story with his camera. He learned to go farther in his art by creating multiple variations of the same image. The Third Space Restoration project was intriguing to him for a variety of reasons. He was taken by the transformation of a beautiful house of worship into a vibrant community. And, not the least of which, that his older brother became a bar mitzvah at Shaarei T’filoh seventy years ago.
Bill Petok is a psychologist with a long history in visual arts. His dissertation research evaluated children’s attention to animation and live action films and was the result of his work in his father’s animation studio while in high school and college. His serious exploration of still photography began shortly after receiving his doctorate from the University of Maryland and focuses on landscapes and architectural images. He was drawn to this project because of his long involvement in synagogue life and the desire to document a worship space’s transformation.
Ofer Sabath Beit Halachmi studied at the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design in Jerusalem as well as at Haifa University. He was ordained as a Reform Rabbi in 2005 at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. He co-founded Aspaklaria, an organization focused on community development through learning and arts. As a congregational rabbi in Israel, he transformed the sanctuary into a gallery…a galler-ya, a sacred art space. After living in Israel and Cincinnati he moved to Baltimore four years ago with his family. His photography looks at the intricacies of objects and scenes and shows an appreciation for detail.

American Craft Made Baltimore 2026
2026-02-20 10:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00 | Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21201
The American Craft Council’s (ACC) flagship event, American Craft Made Baltimore, will return to the Baltimore Convention Center February 20 through February 22, 2026.
Now in its 49th year, American Craft Made Baltimore is an annual immersive event that brings together over 400 accomplished artists and makers, 10,000 attendees, and dozens of local partner organizations from across the East Coast for shopping, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and connection through craft.
Visitors can shop work by artists from around the country, participate in hands-on activities, view craft demonstrations, attend related events and parties, and much more.
Feb 20 – 10AM to 6PM, Feb 21 – 10AM to 6PM, Feb 22 – 11AM to 5PM

Happy (Hour) Shabbat
2026-02-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
Come for some or all!
Every month, Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh selects one Friday evening for a Happy (Hour) Shabbat, when you’re invited to intentionally slow down and separate from the busyness of the weekly demands of productivity. Visit with friends, old and new. Sing a song. Reflect on the week. Have a nosh. Unplug from the demands of doing and reconnect with the power and wisdom of being. This gathering is for anyone looking to connect with Shabbat—no previous experience necessary.
Dinner will not be served, however there will be drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and appetizers to satisfy tummies and spirits.

Vagabond Players: ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
2026-02-20 20:00 - 2026-03-15 14:00 | Vagabond Players, 806 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
Murder, mayhem, and impeccable farce take center stage as Vagabond Players brings Joseph Kesselring’s classic ARSENIC AND OLD LACE to the stage Feb. 20 through March 15, 2026. Directed by Katie Sheldon in her Vagabond Players directorial debut, the production marks the third offering of the company’s milestone 110th season.
Meet Aunt Abby and Aunt Martha Brewster—two of the sweetest homicidal maniacs you’ll ever encounter. Only please don’t let them talk you into a glass of their homemade elderberry wine, because you probably won’t live to regret it! As the corpses begin to pile up, so does nephew Mortimer Brewster’s panic—not just in trying to fend off the police, but also his prodigal brother, Jonathan, a murderous gangster with a scary new face and a body count that rivals his aunts’.
It may not seem hilarious that a dozen men succumb to one of the most unlikely murder plots ever perpetrated in Brooklyn, N.Y., but ARSENIC AND OLD LACE remains one of American theatre’s most enduring comedies, which exposes the insanity and dark secrets that lie hidden beneath the veneer of an ordinary, folksy all-American family.
ARSENIC AND OLD LACE runs Feb. 20 – March 15, 2026, with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. And check out a special “Thursdays on Broadway” performance March 12 at 8 p.m. when all tickets are just $12.
For tickets, cast and show info visit vagabondplayers.org. Special discounts and group rates are available online.
Located in the heart of Baltimore’s historic Fells Point, Vagabond Players continues its tradition of bold, intimate theater that sparks conversation and celebrates artistic freedom. Now in its 110th season, the company remains a cornerstone of Baltimore’s performing arts scene.

MICA Bicentennial Celebration: Fête of Lights
2026-02-21 18:00 - 22:00 | Maryland Institute College of Art, 1300 West Mount Royal Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
Celebrate 200 Years of Creative Impact at the Maryland Institute College of Art.
The historic tradition returns, with an immersive art experience and a parade of wearable art.

Kappa Guild to Hold Chinese-to Go Fundraiser
2026-02-22 13:00 - 14:00
Kappa Guild Inc. will sponsor its annual kosher Chinese-to-Go fundraiser on Sunday, Feb. 22, at David Chu’s China Bistro 7103 Reisterstown Road in Pikesillve.
Pick-up time will be 1-2 p.m. Choice of entree: Teriyaki Chicken, Szechuan Beef, Vegetable Egg Foo Young and General Tso’s Chicken. Choice of hot and sour soup or egg drop soup with wontons.
All meals come with fried rice, 2 egg rolls, fried noodles, fortune cookies and chocolate danish from Pariser’s Bakery. Cost is $38. All orders must be received by Feb. 18.
For information, contact Sheila Mentz 410-484-8215 or morahsheila@aol.com. Proceeds support Kappa’s mission of “helping children in need” for the purchase of equipment for pediatric and NICU units in hospitals and for camps and agencies for children with special needs.

Jewish Art Series
2026-02-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Journey into the lives of Jewish artists from Eastern Europe who arrived in Paris with big dreams and little else, overcame immense challenges, and created groundbreaking masterpieces that forever changed the face of modern art.

House of Mourning: A Journey of Poetry, Grief and Healing
2026-02-22 15:30 - 17:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
Join poet, rabbi and hospice chaplain Benjamin Shalva for a workshop exploring poetry as a path toward healing and transformation. Drawing from his new collection, House of Mourning, Benjamin weaves poetry readings, discussion, guided meditation, and writing exercises to help participants engage the language of loss and the spirit of renewal. This gathering offers a meaningful space for reflection, creativity, and connection—for anyone wrestling with grief, exploring creative expression, or seeking deeper meaning in the face of change.
Rabbi Benjamin Shalva is a poet, hospice chaplain, and rabbi whose work explores grief, solace, ritual, and awe. His poetry and prose have appeared in publications including Image, Spirituality & Health Magazine, and The Washington Post. His debut poetry collection, House of Mourning (Kelsay Books), is a meditation on loss, end-of-life care, and the mysterious terrain between despair, desire, and renewal. In addition to his literary work, Benjamin serves as the Manager of Jewish Care, Support, and Rabbinic Services at Gilchrist, Maryland’s largest hospice organization. He lives in Baltimore with his wife, Sara, their two children, and their two hound dogs.

Angela Hewitt, piano at Shriver Hall Concert Series
2026-02-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Shriver Hall, 3400 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD, 21218, United States
Globally lauded for her Baroque artistry, Canadian pianist Angela Hewitt won the prestigious City of Leipzig Bach Medal in 2020 and The Daily Telegraph has praised her “crispness and clarity” and “exquisite precision.” Her mastery shines in a program of Baroque brilliance: two adventurous Bach works, the fiery virtuosity of Scarlatti, and Rameau’s elegant Suite No. 2 – her Hyperion recording of which The Times (London) hailed as “magnificent.”
Please join for a Pre-Concert Talk at 4:30pm in Shriver Hall.
Subscriptions for the 2025-2026 Concert Series are available now! Single tickets will go on sale in August.
PROGRAM:
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Toccata in D major, BWV 912
Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764)
Suite No. 2 in A minor
Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757)
Selected sonatas
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Prelude and Fugue in A minor, BWV 894
Cost: $48 single ticket/$291 subscription

Silent Book Club
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
Join with other readers and make time to read. The book club members will share a bit about what they’re reading, read silently for a while, and then have some time at the end to chat about what they read. Bring a book and a dish to share!
Making Third Space Your Third Place

Craft Night
2026-02-24 18:30 - 20:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
BYO project and craft in community! Or, if you’re between projects (or new to crafting) there will be lots of supplies to inspire you and even a few step-by-step kits to guide you in a new process. Drop in for part or join for all our time co-creating.
A part of Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh’s Making Third Space Your Third Place series

Pursuing a Precarious Peace
2026-02-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh, 2001 Liberty Heights Avenue
In the fragile quiet of the current ceasefire, peace remains both an urgent need and a virtual taboo in Israeli public discourse. In times of strife, even speaking of peace or coexistence can seem naïve or unrealistic. Yet Jewish tradition offers rich and varied conceptions of peace—from prophetic dreams to rabbinic pragmatism—that can help us think more deeply about what peace means now. This session explores how we might sustain the moral imagination required to pursue peace, even amid fear, grief, and instability. When is peace a distant vision, and when can it become a lived reality? What would it mean to keep its possibility alive at this moment?
Rabbi Shoshana Cohen is an educator, scholar, and activist whose work explores the intersection of Jewish text, ethics, and contemporary moral life. She lectures in Hebrew and English in Israel and abroad, serves on the faculty of the Schechter Rabbinical School, leads the Beit Midrash for the Dorot Fellowship, and is a research fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem.
A part of the series Wrestling with Complexity: Israel in Our Time
